2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio | FR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |